It’s no surprise that it’s raining in the Midlands. But the familiar woman on the doorstep holding a fish is! Sarah hasn’t seen her sister Jess for twelve years, but now she’s here with a rucksack on her back and an apology.
Over the course of one night, the bonds of family are tested as they attempt to reconnect, share wild stories and search for forgiveness.
Upper Hand Theatre Company returns to the Jack Studio with Sparks, an off-beat story of sisterhood and finding your place in the world in the first London revival since its 2015 premiere..
Upper Hand Theatre Company is a female-led theatre company providing opportunities for women and non-binary people in the arts. We’re aware of the lack of opportunities in this industry for these under-represented groups – it’s time to redress the balance.
Playwright Simon Longman is from the West Midlands. He is the recipient of the 49th George Devine Award for Most Promising Playwright and has previously won the Channel 4 Playwrights’ Scheme. His work has been translated and produced internationally.
Director JULIA STUBBS returns to the Jack Studio after her Standing Ovation Award-nominated ★★★★ premiere production of Still Here by Mari Lloyd last year.“
Lisa Minichiello – Sarah
Lisa graduated from Drama Studio London in 2016 and has continued her training with The Impulse Company studying Meisner. Recent stage credits include Jenna in Colder Than Here (Jack Studio Theatre), Mina Harker in Dracula (The Bridge House Theatre), and Honour in Honour (Calder Theatre Bookshop).
Emma Riches – Jess
Emma graduated from Drama Studio London in 2016 and has been working predominately on stage ever since. Recent stage credits include Harriet in Colder Than Here (Jack Studio Theatre), Laura Lyons/Beryl Stapleton in The Hound of the Baskervilles (The Bridge House Theatre), Lucy Westenra in Dracula (The Bridge House Theatre), Mistress Quickly/Anne Page in The Merry Wives of Windsor (UK Tour) and Robin Hood/Fairy of the Forest in Robin Hood (Touring Pantomime). Emma recently finished filming her second feature film ‘She’ which will be released later this year.
Jack Studio Theatre, 410 Brockley Road, London SE4 2DH
Box Office 0333 666 3366 | www.brockleyjack.co.uk
Performance Times Tuesday 2nd to Saturday 13th July 2024 at 7.30pm | No performances on Sundays & Mondays
Tickets £17, £15 concessions | Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd July performances all tickets £12
Running Time approx. 90 minutes (no interval)
Content Information Strong language, adult themes, drinking, and drug taking
Company Website https://upperhandtheatreco.wixsite.com/upperhandtheatre
